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1997réf. 26279New York: Dutton. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0525941886 . A gorgeous first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket; In Sheer Gall Michael A. Kahn takes the reader on a breathless journey from the sublime to the ridiculous from the sublime to the sublime. Over the course of his dizzying kaleidoscopic pages Kahn explores the phenomenology of intoxication the psychology of addiction and the physiology of pleasure. He delves into the history of intoxication and addiction from ancient civilizations to modern cities and examines the ways that intoxication has been used as a social lubricant a means of escape and a tool of domination. Kahn also looks at the ways that intoxication has been used to create art to connect with others and to explore the bounds of the possible. In Sheer Gall Kahn provides us with a unique and exhilarating exploration of the ways that intoxication can transport us to new and unimaginable places.; A Rachel Gold Novel; 8vo; 308 pages . Dutton hardcover books
2002réf. 26280New York: Forge. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0765302187 . A gorgeous first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket; Trophy Widow is a compelling moving and ultimately triumphant story of a woman who learns to stand up for herself and find the courage to start over.Jenna is a trophy widow the wife of a professional golfer who was killed in a car accident. Jenna is struggling to keep up the appearance of a normal life while she mourns the loss of her husband and tries to raise their two young children. When Jenna's brother-in-law suggests she take a vacation to Italy to get away from it all she jumps at the chance.Jenna is shocked when she arrives in Italy and discovers that her brother-in-law has arranged for her to stay in his villa. Jenna is reluctant to leave the privacy of her brother-in-law's home but she gradually comes to appreciate the beauty and tranquility of the villa.While Jenna is in Italy she meets Antonio a charming Italian man who is also a wid; A Rachel Gold Novel; 8vo; 397 pages . Forge hardcover books
1989réf. 26281New York: Simon and Schuster. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1989. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671707582 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket with trivial edgewear; Kaplan's The War of the Raven is a gripping fast-paced novel that tells the story of a young girl's journey to save her kingdom from an invasion by the undead. Told in alternating perspectives the story follows the young princess as she sets out on a journey to find allies and learn the ways of war from the best generals in the land. Along the way she must outwit her enemies fight off the undead and find a way to stop the invasion before it's too late.; 8vo; 383 pages . Simon and Schuster hardcover books
1992réf. 31106New York: Atheneum. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0689120664 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with stamp to half title page spine slant and bumped lower front corner in alike dust-jacket with small closed tear to rear top corner light edgewear and light soiling to back; A young adult novel set in a world where dragons still exist. After the death of his father Jakob sets out to find the truth about his family's history. He travels to the kingdom of the dragons where he meets a beautiful young woman named Astrid. Jakob is drawn to her and falls in love with her but he knows that he can't marry her and leave the kingdom. He must choose between his duty to his family and his love for Astrid.; 8vo; FSA . Atheneum hardcover
1989réf. 30258New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1989. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399134492 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; After the death of his wife John Katzenbach returns to his childhood home to care for his ailing father. The townspeople of his boyhood are all gone but John finds comfort in his old friends. One of these friends a priest suggests that John contact a medium to help him deal with his grief. John is hesitant at first but he eventually decides to go through with it.The medium tells John that his wife is still with him and that she is unhappy. John is confused and frustrated by the medium's messages but eventually he decides to follow them. He learns that his wife had an affair and that she was planning to leave him. John is devastated by the news but he decides to go through with the divorce.The day of the divorce John's father dies. John is devastated by the loss but he decides to go through with the funeral. He attends the funeral and then drives away from the cemetery.; 8vo; FSA . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
1987réf. 30472New York: Putnam. Very Good- in Very Good- dust jacket. 1987. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399132066 . First edition/first printing in Very Good- condition with soiling to front board and soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with edgewear chipping to upper and lower spine and damp staining to spine; is a story about a man named John who travels through time. He meets different people and experiences different things but he always finds his way back home.; 8vo; FSA . Putnam hardcover
1999réf. 26282New York: Ballantine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 034542624x . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; Hart's War is a riveting fast-paced novel about a U.S. Army captain Hart and his battle against the Taliban in Afghanistan. Hart is a leader and a warrior and he is determined to protect his men and defeat the Taliban. This is a powerful story about the cost of war and the courage and determination of the people who fight it.; 8vo; 490 pages . Ballantine Books hardcover books
1997réf. 26283New York: Ballentine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0345386310 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; John Katzenbach's gripping debut novel is the story of a young woman Quinn who is released from a coma after a near-fatal car accident. Quinn's journey to recovery and her re-entry into the world is a story of both physical and emotional healing. But as she rebuilds her life Quinn must confront the emotional and psychological scars of the accident - and the secrets she and her friends keep from each other.State of Mind is a story of hope resilience and the power of friendship. It captures the excitement and terror of adolescence the mystery of life and the fragility of love. With its powerful characters and gripping story State of Mind is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt lost and wondered what might have been.; 8vo; 409 pages . Ballentine Books hardcover books
2002réf. 26284New York: Ballentine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0345426266 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; Raymond is a brilliant analyst who has been passed over for a promotion several times. One day he's given an assignment that could change his career. He must study a company and figure out why it's failing. Raymond starts to understand the company's culture and the problems it's facing. He comes up with a plan to save the company and is promoted as a result.; 8vo; 424 pages . Ballentine Books hardcover books
1994réf. 26286New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553089196 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled fore edge in alike dust jacket with minor edgewear and laminate separation to front; In this suspenseful novel a woman's search for the man who killed her sister sends her on a dangerous journey through the underbelly of Los Angeles.; 8vo; 386 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1993réf. 26287New York: Bantam Books. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553092057 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with bumped lower corners in Near Fine dust-jacket with light edgewear; Jonathan Kellerman's "Devil's Waltz" is a comprehensive and well-researched account of the Zodiac Killer case. It is a detailed and compelling read that will keep readers hooked until the very end.; An Alex Delaware Novel; 8vo; 416 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1999réf. 26290New York: Random House. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 067945960X . A lovely first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled fore edge in Fine dust jacket; Jonathan Kellerman's Monster is the dark psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. With a masterful storyteller's touch Kellerman takes readers on a wild ride with a psychopathic killer who leaves a trail of carnage in his wake. From the outset Kellerman holds the reader captive with a riveting tale of twisted love dark secrets and violent revenge. As the killer's identity is revealed the stakes only get higher and the reader is left agonizing over who could have committed these heinous crimes. With chilling precision Kellerman weaves an intricate web of deceit that will keep you guessing until the final page.; 8vo; 396 pages . Random House hardcover books
1993réf. 26288New York: Bantam Books. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 055308013x . A smart first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled page edges in Very Good condition dust-jacket with edgewear and laminate separation to front; Private Eyes is a novel by Jonathan Kellerman that follows the cases of two Los Angeles-based detectives Harry Bosch and Edgar Elias. Bosch is a veteran detective who has seen it all while Elias is a new detective who is eager to make a name for himself. The cases they investigate range from murder to rape and Kellerman does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life. The novel is fast-paced and suspenseful and I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend Private Eyes to anyone who loves a good mystery.; 8vo; 475 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1995réf. 26289New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 055308920X . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled edges in Very Good dust jacket with edgewear and laminate separation to front; In this book Jonathan Kellerman expertly explains the various self-defense techniques that can be used in the event of a mugging or other attack. He covers a wide range of topics including how to defend against knife attacks how to defend against kicks how to defend against punches how to defend against guns and how to defend against axes and other weapons. This book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn the best ways to protect themselves in a dangerous situation.; An Alex Delaware Novel; 8vo; 390 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1990réf. 26291New York: Bantam Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0553057960 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In this twisty psychological thriller a professor is found dead with a time bomb attached to his chest. Police are baffled as to how the bomb could have been planted and they're even more perplexed when they find no evidence of a motive. The professor's wife who was out of town at the time of the murder is the only person who can help the police solve the mystery.; 8vo; 468 pages . Bantam Books hardcover books
1997réf. 32256New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0679450513 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear and rubbed spine; Author's first novel; 8vo; 273 pages; FSA . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover
2003réf. 26292New York: St. Martin's Minotaur. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. 1st US Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312314019 . A stunning first American edition/first printing in Fine condition with a hint of page edge soiling in alike dust jacket; Simon Kernick's The Business of Dying is a profoundly moving and intimate exploration of life and death relationships and bereavement. It is the story of a father and son Sam and Tom who are forced to confront the inevitability of their own mortality when their father is diagnosed with terminal cancer. The Business of Dying is an unforgettable and deeply moving exploration of the bonds of family love and friendship and the fragility of life.; 8vo; 335 pages . St. Martin's Minotaur hardcover books
1997réf. 33330New York: Henry Holt and Company. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0805051759 . A smart first Trade edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with minor soiling to edges in alike dust jacket with light edgewear; The story of the Jacob and Esau rivalry is one of the most famous in all of biblical literature. Esau is a nomadic hunter who is despised by his brother Jacob for his lack of wealth and power. Jacob on the other hand is a wealthy farmer who is respected by his family and friends. The two brothers eventually come to blows and Esau ultimately loses out in the competition.; 8vo; 372 pages . Henry Holt and Company hardcover
1995réf. 32703New York: Warner Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0446520535 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In The Grid Philip Kerr tells the story of a future world in which the population is tightly controlled and lives in a network of tightly regimented cities. The only way to escape the grid is to join the "runners" a band of fugitives who risk everything to break free.Kerr's future world is a compelling and frightening vision of the future and The Grid is an excellent novel that packs a powerful punch.; 8vo; FSA . Warner Books hardcover
1997réf. 43277New York: Henry Holt and Company. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0805046089 . A first edition/first printing in Very Good condition wiht little edgewear and soiling in an alike dust-jacket that is scuffed and worn around the edges; An anthology of firsthand accounts from the age of Nelson 1793-1815. Maps by Adam Merton Cooper; 8vo; 425 pages; FSA . Henry Holt and Company hardcover
1991réf. 33391New York: Pocket Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1991. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671740083 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with front flyleaf coming detached from binding in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; Don't Say A Word is the story of a young boy who is forced into a coma after a car accident. While he is in the coma his family must deal with the reality that he may never wake up. They must find ways to cope with the idea that their son may never speak or move again. As they come to terms with their son's condition they find that they are also coping with their own feelings of grief and loss.; 8vo; 310 pages; FSA . Pocket Books hardcover
1993réf. 32392New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0399137734 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition in alike dust-jacket. Light foxing and sunning to edges. Unread; Koontzs latest novel is an exciting fast-paced adventure that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. When the last heir to a long-lost dragon dynasty is kidnapped a team of international mercenaries is hired to bring her back. The mission quickly turns into a race against time as they navigate treacherous mountain trails and treacherous waters in search of the heir. Along the way they are faced with powerful adversaries and surprising twists that will leave them questioning everything they know.Dragon Tears is an exciting fast-paced adventure that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.; 8vo; FSA . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
2012réf. 22496New York: Little Brown and Company. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2012. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0316122610 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition gently bumped tips in Fine dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Michael Koryta directly on the title page; In the tradition of Harper Lee and James Baldwin Koryta tells the story of a young African-American man whose search for his identity leads him to become one of the most influential religious leaders in American history.; 8vo; viii 403 5 pages; Signed by Author . Little, Brown and Company hardcover books
1997réf. 17244New York: Carroll & Graf Publishers Inc. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0786704942 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Very Fine condition in Very Fine dust-jacket; This is the story of a young girl who is left in the care of a group of strangers. She has to find her way in a new place and make new friends.; 8vo . Carroll & Graf Publishers, Inc. hardcover books
1998réf. 32727New York: Random House. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0375500049 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition in Near Fine dust-jacket with light edgewear; When the police force in her small town is disbanded investigative reporter Lizzy Grant is out of a job. She finds a new home with the sheriff but the sheriff's son Will quits his job as a deputy to help his father. Lizzy is hired as the new deputy but is not welcomed with open arms. She soon finds out that the town is full of secrets.; 8vo; FSA . Random House hardcover
